Nutritional scientist explained people can still enjoy a tipple with some health benefits including reducing risk of heart disease
Heath and nutrition scientist Professor Tim Spector has spoken about how an alcoholic drink he’s fond of can still be had - with some health benefits. The professor of genetic epidemiology at King’s College London and founder of the Zoe health app revealed his favourite tipple is red wine - and explained that it’s so much better for your health than white.
He said: “I can’t deny it, I like wine. I’ve always had an interest in it. But the epidemiological evidence is quite clear that alcohol is bad for you and, overall, is best avoided. If you do want to have a drink while you socialise, red wine is your best bet. Studies consistently show that drinking one or two glasses of red wine a day reduces the risk of heart disease. Although, overall mortality probably doesn’t change much.
“If you do plan on having a glass of red, enjoy it with a meal, and don’t have it late at night – alcohol can affect your sleep quality and duration. I tend to drink my wine earlier in the evening or as an aperitif .”
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